Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
linearis
ID:
295101

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. : 55 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294433

Common Names

  • Linear Astrotricha
  • Long-leaved Astrotricha
  • Long-leaf Astrotricha

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Synonyms

  • Astrotricha ledifolia linearis (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Domin [unknown]

Description

Astrotricha linearis (also called Linear astrotricha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Cuba. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1.5 meters in height, with glossy green leaves and white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Astrotricha linearis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astrotricha linearis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrotricha linearis is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Astrotricha linearis

Astrotricha linearis is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh.

Astrotricha linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrotricha linearis?

Astrotricha linearis

What is the common name of Astrotricha linearis?

Linear Palm

What is the natural habitat of Astrotricha linearis?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17627: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.